program schedule

Primary concepts covered include the 10 movement principles of the Pilates method, an overview of the pelvic region and Pilates breathing. A historical overview of Pilates is presented, plus the BASI® approach, and the importance of safety when teaching Pilates are discussed. Repertoire includes fundamental Mat exercises. A one hour mat class is taught.

Primary concepts covered include an anatomy and terminology overview: major bones, muscles, joints, bony landmarks and center of gravity. The importance and practice of cueing is discussed. Repertoire covers intermediate Mat exercises. A one hour mat class is taught.

Primary concepts covered include the BASI® system of movement analysis, exercise physiology, and aerobic/anaerobic exercise. The BASI® format of teaching is discussed and the Block System®, created by Rael Isacowitz, is introduced. Repertoire taught is intermediate Mat exercises and Leg Weights. A one-hour mat class is taught.

Primary concepts covered are the principles of alignment and posture assessment. Discussion includes exercise as a tool for assessment. Repertoire taught includes intermediate through advanced Mat exercises. A one-hour mat class is taught.

Primary concepts covered are core strength and the relationship of the various muscle groups that make up the core with particular focus on the abdominals and the back extensors. Contraindications, effective exercises and the importance of understanding your client’s needs and body type are discussed. Also addressed are the role of the teacher and the importance of flow in a session. Repertoire taught includes advanced Mat exercises. A one-hour mat class is taught.

Primary concepts include an in-depth look into exercise adaptation and the use of assists and modifications. Lecture focuses on how to construct a complete and comprehensive program. Repertoire taught is advanced Mat and Magic Circle. A one-hour mat class is taught. The Final Written Examination will be available online at the completion of the module.

I loved every aspect of this course.

I loved every aspect of this course. I would have loved to do the Comprehensive course but financially it was too much at this time. Hopefully, in the future I will be able to complete that as well.

Handbook is easy to understand

By Hendrice E July 5th, 2015

the handbook is easy to understand

I have enjoyed learning the BASI Method

By Nicole G June 22nd, 2015

The Mat program is a great course. I have enjoyed my time learning the BASI method. I do wish that we had one more weekend to learn the expert exercises since I do not have the strength to really practice them as well as I wish I could. Other than that, this is wonderful program and I am glad to be a part of it.

Mat Program

By Zdenka H June 3rd, 2015

This was my best investment related to money and time. I'm very satisfied.

By Maria Giulia S April 21st, 2015

The mat course is challenging and very well-framed

Mat Program Prato

By Agnieszka K March 29th, 2015

Another problem is the language because we learn and practice in Poland and exam should be translated. There were fears that the practical exam will also be in English, which would not work, because we haven't yet lead our lessons activities here in English.

Mat Program

By Rebecca G March 23rd, 2015

Materials are very organized. It was was easy to study and focus on the important material without having to re-type material to make it more sequential.

Mat Program

By Kelly S March 23rd, 2015

Some of the didactic material may need revamped. Coming from a medical background the piece on "disc" clients seems to be slightly misunderstood in the text and presentation. Historically, physical therapists want to get the "disc patient" moving again and strong in TA and multifidus. The anatomy of the disc itself shows that it does not resist combined flexion AND rotation (since only 50% of it's fibers resist rotation in each direction and flexion is a loading position). Unless this is a severe herniation that is encroaching on a neural structure (that client most likely will not be coming to Pilates), movement in pain-free ranges is indicated. I wouldn't personally restrict instructors from avoiding all spinal flexion exercises and movements, in reality things that focus on TA and some spinal flexion (pelvic curl) would be great for these clients. Perhaps the didactic material could use a little sprucing up in that regard with some clinical research to support it.
The other feedback I have is perhaps spreading out the course into 3 blocks (Saturday/Sunday only) and focus on beginner/intermediate exercises first, intermediate/advanced second, advanced/master third. It was a lot on our bodies as students to jump into advanced and master level practice of exercises when (most of) our bodies weren't ready for that level. It became quite taxing and exhausting on the muscles, increasing risk of injury.
Overall, great course. I am very impressed with the details and anatomy that are presented. Basi holds high standards for their instructors and I think they are a great model of what a Pilates instructor program should be.

By Kristen Z March 22nd, 2015

the course so far has been great. I wish there were more options for the practical.

By Angelica C January 31st, 2015

Ok

Mat Program

By Liz S December 17th, 2014

I certainly feel the course has taken me to another level of Pilates and has motivated me to push my knowledge/practice up and onwards!

By Noyuri N December 14th, 2014

I had great times. I was a little disappointed that there was some misinformation about the schedule of the course.